School of Science and Technology 科技學院
Computing Programmes 電腦學系
| Programme | Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science |
| Supervisor | Dr. Keith Lee |
| Areas | Virtual Reality Applications |
| Year of Completion | 2024 |
This is a driving test simulator developed to provide a low-cost realistic immersive driving environment. To construct the immersive simulated driving environment, we have used a VR headset and a driving set to construct the environment. The VR headset can track the user’s head's moving behaviours while driving.
Demonstration Video
Presentation Video
Requirements and Technologies
Key needs include:
Supporting Technologies:
Architecture or Level System Design:
There are a total of 3 components that construct the driving test simulator: User, VR headset, Personal Computer (PC), and Driving wheelset. Based on these 3 components, we have designed 2 types of systems for users with different devices they have owned.
Figure 1: Technologies and Solution diagram
Use Case Diagram and Function List:
Figure 2: Use Case Diagram and Function List
The driving simulator offers two core modes:
The system integrates VR technology with steering wheel hardware to create a realistic, immersive driving experience. Users engage with dynamic, lifelike environments that simulate real-world road conditions.
At its core, the system features an intelligent assessment engine that uses data analytics and context-aware algorithms to:
It blends immersive tech with smart evaluation to help users train effectively and gain confidence behind the virtual wheel.
Game Map
Figure 3: Map of Ho Man Tin in Unity
Figure 4: Chung Yee Street Text Route
Road Sign
Figure 5: Hong Kong Road signs
Figure 6: Hong Kong Road signs
Mock Test
The driving test mode is structured to replicate a standard driving test, with the scenario range chosen to be one of the test sections at the Zhong Yi Street test center. The system evaluates user performance against pre-defined criteria and provides detailed feedback after the test.
Figure 7: Simulator Driver’s View with HUD
Part B (Intermediate Test)
Part B of the main part of the ramp parking and starting, three-point turnaround, and s-parking into the same module, for special training, to ensure that players can familiarize themselves with the process and master the focus of the examination of these special modules
Figure 8: Mark Deducted Shown on HUD
User interface
The user interface is designed to be clear and easy to use, with a dashboard interface that displays real-time data and highlights key information through HUD alerts.
Figure 9: Simulator Driver’s View with HUD
Traffic
The traffic system is designed to mimic real-world dynamics through timer-controlled traffic signals and user-operated, crosswalk use to create realistic driving conditions.
Figure 10: Traffic Light from Driver’s View
NPC
The NPC, as a model in a contingency, has a complete course of action and action animation, which is triggered by the player passing an animation trigger during normal gameplay.
Figure 11: NPC Crossing Road
The team successfully achieved the core goal of delivering an immersive VR driving simulation using steering wheels and virtual environments. The simulator:
Current Limitations
The project lays a solid foundation for an engaging and educational driving simulator with plenty of room to grow.
Jonathan handles all external affairs include business development, patents write up and public relations. He is frequently interviewed by media and is considered a pioneer in 3D printing products.
After graduating from OUHK, Krutz obtained an M.Sc. in Engineering Management from CityU. He is now completing his second master degree, M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering, at CUHK. Krutz has a wide range of working experience. He has been with Siemens, VTech, and PCCW.
Hugo Leung Wai-yin, who graduated from his four-year programme in 2015, won the Best Paper Award for his ‘intelligent pill-dispenser’ design at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering’s International Conference on Consumer Electronics – China 2015.
The pill-dispenser alerts patients via sound and LED flashes to pre-set dosage and time intervals. Unlike units currently on the market, Hugo’s design connects to any mobile phone globally. In explaining how it works, he said: ‘There are three layers in the portable pillbox. The lowest level is a controller with various devices which can be connected to mobile phones in remote locations. Patients are alerted by a sound alarm and flashes. Should they fail to follow their prescribed regime, data can be sent via SMS to relatives and friends for follow up.’ The pill-dispenser has four medicine slots, plus a back-up with a LED alert, topped by a 500ml water bottle. It took Hugo three months of research and coding to complete his design, but he feels it was worth all his time and effort.
Hugo’s public examination results were disappointing and he was at a loss about his future before enrolling at the OUHK, which he now realizes was a major turning point in his life. He is grateful for the OUHK’s learning environment, its industry links and the positive guidance and encouragement from his teachers. The University is now exploring the commercial potential of his design with a pharmaceutical company. He hopes that this will benefit the elderly and chronically ill, as well as the society at large.
Soon after completing his studies, Hugo joined an automation technology company as an assistant engineer. He is responsible for the design and development of automation devices. The target is to minimize human labor and increase the quality of products. He is developing products which are used in various sections, including healthcare, manufacturing and consumer electronics.
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| COMP S321F | Advanced Database and Data Warehousing | 5 | |
| COMP S333F | Advanced Programming and AI Algorithms | 5 | |
| COMP S351F | Software Project Management | 5 | |
| COMP S362F | Concurrent and Network Programming | 5 | |
| COMP S363F | Distributed Systems and Parallel Computing | 5 | |
| COMP S382F | Data Mining and Analytics | 5 | |
| COMP S390F | Creative Programming for Games | 5 | |
| COMP S492F | Machine Learning | 5 | |
| ELEC S305F | Computer Networking | 5 | |
| ELEC S348F | IOT Security | 5 | |
| ELEC S371F | Digital Forensics | 5 | |
| ELEC S431F | Blockchain Technologies | 5 | |
| ELEC S425F | Computer and Network Security | 5 |
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| IT S290F | Human Computer Interaction & User Experience Design | 5 | |
| STAT S251F | Statistical Data Analysis | 5 |
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| COMPS333F | Advanced Programming and AI Algorithms | 5 | |
| COMPS362F | Concurrent and Network Programming | 5 | |
| COMPS363F | Distributed Systems and Parallel Computing | 5 | |
| COMPS380F | Web Applications: Design and Development | 5 | |
| COMPS381F | Server-side Technologies and Cloud Computing | 5 | |
| COMPS382F | Data Mining and Analytics | 5 | |
| COMPS390F | Creative Programming for Games | 5 | |
| COMPS413F | Application Design and Development for Mobile Devices | 5 | |
| COMPS492F | Machine Learning | 5 | |
| ELECS305F | Computer Networking | 5 | |
| ELECS363F | Advanced Computer Design | 5 | |
| ELECS425F | Computer and Network Security | 5 |
